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Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s maritime transport sector witnessed positive momentum as the Ministry of Transport (MoT) completed 430 transactions from February 28 to March 28 this year through the Maritime Transport Affairs.
In a post on its X platform yesterday, Ministry of Transport stated that MoT’s Maritime Transport Affairs continues to operate efficiently amid current regional developments, to provide innovative services to the public with highest performance standards, enhancing business continuity.
In an info graphic shared the post shared that 430 transactions were conducted by the Maritime Transport Affairs during the current situation (from February 28 through March 28, 2026).
The transactions were related to main services such as issuance and accreditation of certificates of competency (C.O.C) for safe manning, naval architect, and marine officer.
The main service also includes maritime vessels (ownership transfer, renewal and registration); and foreign vessel engaged in operations in Qatar waters (data modifying and renewal).
Qatar’s maritime transport sector witnessed a robust and impressive growth in last year as the Ministry of Transport completed 14,685 transactions from January to December through the Maritime Transport Affairs in 2025.
When compared on year-on-year basis this shows a whopping surge of 26.63 percent as in 2024 the maritime transport sector registered 11,596 transactions.
The maritime transport transactions achieved the highest levels during the second quarter (April-June) of last year which stood at 5,042. This was followed by first quarter (January-March) registering 3,356 transactions and third quarter July-September) witnessing 3,321 maritime transport transactions.
As part of efforts to achieve the strategic objectives of Qatar’s National Vision 2030, the Maritime Transport Sector maintains a close relationship with the International Maritime Organization and runs constant reviews of national legislation to ensure their compliance with relevant international legislation in the best interests of the Qatar.
The sector continuously strengthens coordination and cooperation ties with different stakeholders through participation in international meetings and working groups.
Qatar’s maritime transport sector keeps pace with international maritime developments through creative and effective application of international maritime instruments and observation of emerging trends and latest publications.
It is committed to developing and modernising the sector in line with Ministry of Transport's strategic plans aiming at ensuring a safe maritime navigation that meets all safety requirements and obligations.
